Sundarpur - Salbani, Paschim Medinipur
Sundarpur is a village situated in the Salbani subdivision of Paschim Medinipur district, West Bengal. Lalgeria serves as the Gram Panchayat for Sundarpur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sundarpur is 338839. The village covers a total geographical area of 94.15 hectares and falls under the 721147 pincode. Medinipur is the nearest town, located about 35 km away.
Sundarpur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Salboni Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Jhargram Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Sundarpur
According to the 2011 Census, Sundarpur village had a total population of 372 people, including 177 males and 195 females, living in 81 households. The sex ratio was 1,102 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 70.09%, with male literacy at 80.00% and female literacy at 60.24%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 7, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 13.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 372 | 177 | 195 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 41 | 12 | 29 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 7 | 2 | 5 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 13 | 8 | 5 |
| Literate Population | 232 | 132 | 100 |
| Illiterate Population | 140 | 45 | 95 |
Nearby Villages of Sundarpur
Sundarpur is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Sundarpur
Sundarpur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Medinipur to Sundarpur is about 35 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Sundarpur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sundarpur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Sundarpur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sundarpur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Sundarpur
Where is Sundarpur located?
Sundarpur village is located in Salbani Subdivision, Paschim Medinipur district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sundarpur?
The Gram Panchayat of Sundarpur is Lalgeria.
What is the pincode of Sundarpur?
The pincode of Sundarpur is 721147.
What is the population of Sundarpur?
Sundarpur had a total population of 372, including 177 males and 195 females.
How many households are there in Sundarpur?
Sundarpur had 81 households.
What is the literacy rate in Sundarpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sundarpur was 70.09%. Male literacy was 80.00% and female literacy was 60.24%.